Make It Take It Gift Ideas 2025

Rolo Pretzel Turtles 1 package of mini square pretzels  1 package of Rolos (unwrap many) 1 package of pecan halves  Heat the oven to 200 degrees. Place pretzels on the baking sheet and top with a Rolo (as many as you can fit on the baking sheet.) Bake... Read More.

Family Favorite Holiday Recipes 2025

These are our family favorite recipes for Thanksgiving dinner. You can set your entire table with this menu. Drinks Grinch Punch 1 half gallon of lime sherbet 1 2-liter of Sprite 1 gallon of green Hawaiian fruit punch In a large punch bowl, pour lime sherbet, Sprite, and green Hawaiian... Read More.

Game Day Grub 2025

BUFFALO CHICKEN BISCUIT BOMBS 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs 16 oz buffalo sauce 8 oz whipped cream cheese (optional) 1 or 2 cans of Pillsbury Grands biscuits Ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping Slow cook chicken breasts or thighs. Place chicken... Read More.

Holiday Tipping Guide 2025

Here are some common tip recipients and how much to tip: Babysitter/nanny: one typical session/one week's pay Daycare staffer: $25 to $75, depending on how many hours your child is in this person's care each week Hairstylist/colorist/barber: the cost of one service Home health... Read More.

Summer Tipping Guide 2025

(Because it's a good idea to tip even while you're on vacation.) Airports: People who check your bags at curbside – $5 for one and an extra $3 to $5 for each additional bag. Taxis: 10 to 20 percent of the bill. Restaurants: Typical to tip 15 to 20 percent,... Read More.

Cool Summer Eats 2025

Summer Dirt Cake 1 Large pkg of Oreo cookies, crushed (I used a food processor) Gummy worms brand new flower pot brand new spade (for serving!) Blend the following ingredients together: 1/2 stick of butter 8 oz. of softened cream cheese 1 cup powdered sugar 3 1/2 cups milk 3 small pkg. instant vanilla... Read More.

Snacky Daddy Gifts for Father’s Day 2025

“It always made me happy to make treats for my Daddy. It was a little thing I would do just for him. It works!” -Jodi No-Bake Energy Bites Jodi made these to help during her “snacking hour” at 3 pm and the kids and Murphy love... Read More.

Cinco de Menu 2025

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these fun, easy recipes. Sam’s Smash Burger Tacos 1 lb ground beef 5-6 tortillas (medium-sized…not taco or burrito sized…use that middle size) Onions, diced Tomatoes, diced Lettuce, shredded Cheese Condiments This is more of a method than a recipe. A pound... Read More.